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Companionship, Dad, family, Grateful, Hanging out, Happiness, Joy, Thankful
Today, I am grateful for my brother. He just visited recently, and it was a terrific time to reconnect and give him time to spend with Mom and Dad. When family visits, I tend to stay away a bit, so they can get the most out of their visit with the folks. That being said, we got in plenty of gaming.
We also ordered out for some food a few days and enjoyed it tremendously. There’s a local restaurant here called Cracker Barrel. They have the best fried chicken. Boy oh Boy!
He’ll be coming back again sometime this year. He and my sister are visiting more, because Dad is deteriorating. He does not eat that much, sleeps most of the day, and when he does get up from his rocking chair, he is really unsure of himself on his feet. It is hard for him to stand up on his own, and when he walks he takes small “baby” steps because he is afraid of falling down.
My brother noticed a huge difference from the last time he visited. Dad slept through most of my brother’s visit. I think they exchanged a few words, and that was it. Anyway, we had a great time with him while he was here. Here’s to his next visit!
Have a great Thursday, folks!
Until next time…
Dave
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That wonderful you had a great time with your brother! Sorry your Dad is deteriorating and glad your siblings are getting to spend time with him. Oh and Cracker Barrel also has the best grilled cheese sandwich. My mother-in-law (my late husband’s Mom) was obsessed with CB and every time we traveled with her we had to stop there for a meal if there was one 🙂
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I’ve made my peace with Dad’s situation and appreciate your sentiments. Cracker Barrel is a family favorite, because Mom loves the Catfish and Trout they serve up. Dad likes their roast beef and meatloaf. I am a huge fan of their fried chicken, and deep fried shrimp. You can’t beat the little store they have up front either. I’m a huge fan of atomic fireballs, and pick up a bag everytime we go. During the pandemic lockdowns last year, Cracker Barrel would be one of the places we used through Doordash, to have dinner delivered. It’s nice for Mom, because it saves her from cooking. 🙂
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